Annilee B. Waterman is a nationally Certified Professional Building Designer and Registered Interior Designer with over 25 years of experience helping clients bring their design visions to life with clarity, confidence, and creativity.

Your Vision, Professionally Translated.

The Problem: The Gap Between “Inspiration” and “Buildable”

Building a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. For those leading an independent or self-managed build, the process can feel overwhelming. You have a vision, but translating those ideas into a technical roadmap that contractors understand, engineers can review, and zoning boards can approve is where most projects stall.

The Solution: Professional Design for the Independent Builder

I bridge the gap between your creative ideas and the technical requirements of construction. I provide high-level home design and immersive 3D visualization that allow you to explore your home’s potential before a single nail is driven.

I help you navigate the three biggest hurdles of a self-managed project:

• Visual Clarity: My high-fidelity 3D renderings ensure you and your subcontractors are aligned on the intended finished product.

• Thoughtful Planning: With 25 years of experience, I identify structural and flow opportunities on paper so you can make informed decisions before construction begins.

• Maintain Control: I provide the professional building design documents you need to lead your own project, keeping you in the driver’s seat of your budget and timeline.

My Background: Precision Meets Imagination

My approach is rooted in a diverse creative history that sets my work apart from standard drafting services. With a degree in Fine Arts from UT Austin and a background as a Buyer for Film and Television sets, I bring a unique sense of scale, lighting, and “set-piece” composition to every room.

I don’t just draw walls; I curate spaces. Whether I’m restoring one of the 30+ historic homes I’ve worked on or designing a cutting-edge virtual trend house, I use my artist’s eye to ensure your home is as beautiful as it is buildable.

Professional Authority & Credentials

While I lead with creativity, my work is backed by rigorous technical certification. I am a nationally Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD) and a Registered Interior Designer (NCIDQ).

This dual expertise means I design from the inside out—considering furniture flow, lighting, and modern livability alongside the structural integrity of the residential design.

• Designer of the Year, Digital Rendering (2024 & 2025 IDS)

• Certified Chief Architect Professional

• Historic Restoration Expert (Texas Landmark Commission approved)

• Professional Member: AIBD & NKBA

A Modern, Remote Partnership

Working entirely remotely, I utilize VR and AI-enhanced tools to serve clients globally. This model allows me to provide elite-level home design support without the overhead of a traditional firm, passing that efficiency and focus directly to your independent build.